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1. Gjelina
4.7
Exceptional(2330)
Price: Expensive
• American • Venice
Booked 197 times today
Gjelina is a restaurant specializing in New American cuisine. Open every day from 8 a.m. until 11pm, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. For breakfast, try 9 grain pancakes with butter and maple syrup or warm banana buckwheat loaf with butter and jam of the day. Brunch options include Moroccan baked eggs and 7 grain porridge. Gjelina offers a variety of oysters, crudo, charcuterie and salad options to start at lunch and dinner. Main courses include pizzas from our wood fired oven and entrees like duck confit, house made pastas and roasted organic half chicken.*Only ADA certified animals are allowed in Gjelina*A 20% Mandatory Service Charge is added to your check. Our belief is that every hourly Gjelina employee contributes to your service and 100% of the MSC will be distributed amongst them.
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2. The Butcher's Daughter
4.6
Exceptional(175)
Price: Moderate
• American • Venice
Booked 22 times today
The Butcher’s Daughter Venice is a plant-forward restaurant, bar, juicery, and “vegetable slaughterhouse.” Located in the vibrant Venice neighborhood, we treat fruits and vegetables with the same care a butcher would meat: chopping, filleting, and carving fresh produce into healthy vegetarian dishes and pressing them into vibrant juices. Under the guidance of our Culinary Director Richard Rea, our menu changes every season, offering 100% vegetarian dishes with many vegan and gluten-free options. We take pride in our great selection of wines, craft cocktails, and mocktails, ensuring there’s something for every taste. We also offer take-out and delivery for those who prefer to enjoy our meals at home. Named one of the best supper spots in Venice by the LA Times, we serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, creating a celebrated dining experience with in-season ingredients that nourish both body and soul.
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3. Simonette at Palihotel Culver City
4.6
Exceptional(732)
Price: Moderate
• French • Culver City
Booked 42 times today
Simonette is an all-day café, bar and bistro inspired by the traditions of classic French neighborhood cafés.Located in the heart of downtown Culver City, Simonette is the perfect spot for an early morning espresso and croissant on your way to work, a leisurely lunch, an ice-cold Rosé or signature cocktail at Happy Hour, a delightful dinner date, or to finish your evening with a digestif.
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4. Lunetta
4.6
Exceptional(2187)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Santa Monica
Booked 24 times today
Chef Raphael Lunetta and Emilio Cuyuch chef driven neighborhood diner with rustic California dining room and bar. Lunetta serves great food paired with locally roasted coffee options, classic cocktails, large selection of craft beer and delicious wines that we enjoy drinking with our family & friends.We buy the freshest ingredients we can find. We cook seasonally because that’s what is fresh and best. We support local farmers and businesses whenever we can, because the best flavor naturally follows. Menus for Lunetta are locally sourced and responsibly grown, using seasonal ingredients based on the abundant product available on the California Coast. Our full bar features classic as well as craft cocktails using the finest in artisan spirits, mixers and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Our comprehensive wine list highlights small California producers and artisan winemakers from around the world.
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5. The Penthouse Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4326)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Monica
Booked 26 times today
The Penthouse Restaurant is a neighborhood gem, known for its exceptional dining experience, as described by one reviewer as a 'beautiful restaurant with a great view'. With its upscale, fun, chic ambiance and locally sourced, farm-to-table menu, it's a favorite among locals. Reviews rave about the fabulous food, great service, and wonderful atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for celebrations or casual dining. The spectacular ocean views, beach cabanas, and open sky enclaves add to the uniqueness of the place.
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6. Barrique Venice
4.8
Exceptional(1350)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Venice
Booked 32 times today
Indulge in the exquisite world of Italian cuisine curated by Chef Antonio Murè at the enchanting Little Yellow House in the heart of Venice. Driven by his Italian heritage and a deep passion for fresh, flavorful ingredients, Chef Antonio has crafted a unique style of Italian cuisine that promises a delightful experience, featuring handmade pastas, a selection of meats, traditional desserts and an extensive wine list.Join us for a candlelit dinner, perfect for your date night, special occasion, or grand celebration. Gluten-free options are also available.
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7. Melisse
4.9
Exceptional(2006)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • Santa Monica
Booked 13 times today
Chef & Owner Josiah Citrin has revived his Michelin 2-Star institution with an intimate, 14-seat restaurant with Chef/Partner Ken Takayama. In a setting that blurs the line between kitchen and dining room, Chefs and service staff guide guests through a 2.5-hour culinary experience.Collaborating with California farmers from San Diego to Napa Valley, Chef Josiah sources the most unique and exclusive ingredients available. An 8-course tasting menu is bookended by canapés, amuse-bouches and mignardise, all of which showcase global flavors using both modern and classic techniques.
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8. Dear Jane's
4.4
Awesome(297)
Price: Expensive
• American • Marina del Rey
Booked 15 times today
What Dear John’s is to steak, Dear Jane’s will be to seafood. Seasoned chefs and entrepreneurs Hans Röckenwagner and Josiah Citrin have teamed up again for Dear Jane's. Taking full advantage of the stunning marina view, the focus is on classic American seafood dishes prepared simply with the highest-quality ingredients by seasoned chefs. From Oysters Rockefeller to Shrimp Louie, Surf ‘n Turf and Crepes Zuzette, the menu hews to those of some of the most legendary seafood restaurants of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. It will feel familiar and upscale, yet updated and approachable.This sensibility will be on full display with hand-mixed tartare, classic caviar service, and professionally fileted whole fish. The layout of the split-level room and spacing between booths and tables are ideal for this personalized service that is begging to come back in style in this dining room.
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9. Beachside Restaurant & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(1741)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Latin • Marina del Rey
Booked 14 times today
Overlooking Mother’s Beach, Beachside Restaurant & Bar is the destination for waterfront dining in Marina del Rey. Enjoy Californian cuisine with a Latin twist in a lively setting featuring a full bar, indoor dining room, and an oceanfront patio just steps from the sand for a truly unique al fresco experience. Open for brunch, dinner, and happy hour—plus, our dog-friendly patio welcomes your four-legged friends!
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10. Tar & Roses
4.9
Exceptional(4248)
Price: Expensive
• American • Santa Monica
Booked 55 times today
Tar & Roses is a globally inspired culinary experience. Chef Andrew Kirschner has transformed his kitchen into a local and welcoming home, focused on the element of the wood fired oven to bring out the best flavor in our dishes. Coming straight from the visionary mind of our award winning chef, our menu is created with only the highest quality ingredients and fresh, local products. This attention to detail helps makes our food a perfected craft which will inspire you to be adventurous, in the most approachable and delicious way possible. When you step into Tar & Roses, you'll feel like you are coming home. Our entire staff awaits your arrival with warm smiles and thoughtful service ~ please, come share a meal with us!

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  • AjayP
    Orange County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great place to come for vegetarian food near Venice Beach. Wish the menu was a little more extensive but we found various items that caught our attention. (Menu changes seasonally)
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    The Butcher's DaughterPrice: Moderate• American• Venice
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    4.6
  • Rebecca
    Los Angeles •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We really enjoyed the beef bourguignon and risotto. We also had the crepe suzette for dessert. The server was very friendly, the tables are placed far enough apart that we had privacy. The space has a cozy vibe. The drinks were also very good.
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    Simonette at Palihotel Culver CityPrice: Moderate• French• Culver City
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    4.6
  • PaulWVIP
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Staff all very good. Bartender/ server is excellent. I’ve been there a lot and he is excellent
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    LunettaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Santa Monica
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    4.6
  • RonniVIP
    Los Angeles •81 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The Penthouse offers a very nice breakfast menu. The omelette are big, the burrito is delicious, the fruit was very fresh. The restaurant was very busy, but our server was attentive and provided everything we asked for. The hostess welcomed us warmly and we got a window table just like we requested. The Penthouse provides beautiful views of Santa Monica and, if you are lucky enough to get a window table that provides a view of the ocean, the view is spectacular.
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    The Penthouse RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Monica
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    4.6
  • DavidVIP
    Los Angeles •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    New Years Day and we wanted some place that we knew would be fantastic, so where else but Gjelina? It was busy but the hosts and servers were unfailingly polite. We ordered 6 things from the menu. My wife's vegan so she had the vegetable sandwich (she had to fight me for it, it was so good). Brussel sprouts, grilled fennel, and the frites were all great. My son and I split the anchovy and burrata toast - a first for me - and it's my new favorite. Finished with the excellent pomodoro pizza - no cheese and none needed, because the jammy tomato confit is the star of the dish. I love this place. It never lets me down. Happy 2025!
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    GjelinaPrice: Expensive• American• Venice
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    4.7

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